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SL06 MXD

2006 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Black Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2006 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1400cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 78,971 miles on the clock, averaging 3,520 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for SL06 MXD

MOT Status
Due date passed
78,971
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2009
73%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
3,520

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading78,971 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year3,520
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL06 MXD 26k39k53k66k79k '09'24'17

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage78,971 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,968 miles
Since last MOT+2,760 miles
PASS
Mileage76,208 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,205 miles
Since last MOT+3,913 miles
PASS
Mileage72,292 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,292 miles
Since last MOT+2,258 miles
PASS
Mileage70,034 miles
Since last MOT+2,053 miles
PASS
Mileage67,981 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,981 miles
Since last MOT+1,345 miles
PASS
Mileage66,636 miles
Since last MOT+1,433 miles
PASS
Mileage65,203 miles
Since last MOT+2,236 miles
PASS
Mileage62,967 miles
Since last MOT+2,961 miles
PASS
Mileage60,006 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,995 miles
Since last MOT+6,031 miles
PASS
Mileage53,964 miles
Since last MOT+5,174 miles
PASS
Mileage48,790 miles
Since last MOT+6,897 miles
PASS
Mileage41,893 miles
Since last MOT+5,212 miles
PASS
Mileage36,681 miles
Since last MOT+4,145 miles
PASS
Mileage32,536 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
PASS
Mileage32,502 miles
Since last MOT+6,171 miles
PASS
Mileage26,331 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,331 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Engine-specific faults

Brake pad and disc wear:

Tyre wear and replacement:

Spark plug replacement:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL06 MXD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About SL06 MXD

What car is SL06 MXD?

SL06 MXD is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.

What is the mileage of SL06 MXD?

The last recorded mileage for SL06 MXD was 78,971 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL06 MXD passed its MOT?

SL06 MXD has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2024.

Is SL06 MXD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL06 MXD is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is SL06 MXD?

SL06 MXD is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.